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Social Media, Like Alcohol, May Be Riskier When You’re Vulnerable

Social media may be uniquely dangerous for those who are struggling

If you login to Instagram right now and search for #depression, you’ll see a warning. It reads: “Posts with words you’re searching for often encourage behavior that can cause harm and even lead to…

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Markham Heid

I’m a long-time contributor at TIME and other media orgs. I write mostly about health. I grew up in Michigan, but these days I live in southwest Germany.